A Day Trip to Charleston

Brett and I decided to take a day trip to Charleston, South Carolina.  We live 10 minutes from the South Carolina border and to go to Charleston is about an hour and 45 minutes.  We first made a stop at Drayton Hall, a plantation off the Ashley River.  This was our first plantation and we loved it.  I think this made me fall more in love with the South.

The entrance to Drayton Hall

Words can't even describe this picture

Drayton Hall

The Oak Tree has been there for 300 years

This place was built in 1738 by John Drayton.

The Ashley River

Brett wanted me to get closer to the water, but there were alligators and snapping turtles.

I can't run anymore!

After Drayton Hall, we drove to downtown Charleston and stopped at Hominy Grill for a late lunch.  This place has been on six TV shows on the Food Network.  They are known for the best Shrimp and Grits in town.  Let's just say that they did not disappoint!

 Brett with the Shrimp & Grits

Checked out Market Street and all the vendors

Brett insisted I take this cheesy shot! ;)

Rainbow Hall

The whole reason we went to Charleston was to go to one of our favorite stores and stock up.  We are sad that Savannah doesn't have a Costco, but are keeping our fingers crossed to get one soon.